Tribal Relations & Compliance Liaison (Hybrid)

WestLand, a Trinity Consultants Team; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Flexible work schedules

Remote/hybrid options

Job summary

Trinity Consultants is seeking a part-time Tribal Engagement Specialist to support projects across the western United States. The role serves as a primary liaison between project teams and Tribal governments, guiding consultation and collaboration while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Based out of Reno, NV or Salt Lake City, UT, with potential to transition to full-time depending on performance. You'll work with clients, Tribal partners, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate Tribal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous studies or related field required.
• Minimum 3+ years' experience with Tribal governments or Native communities.
• Knowledge of Tribal sovereignty and engagement practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison with Tribal governments, THPOs, and Tribal representatives.
• Build and maintain respectful relationships with Tribal communities.
• Support and track Tribal consultation per NHPA, NEPA regulations.
• Ensure timely, culturally appropriate communication with Tribal stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings, site visits, and field participation.
• Advise teams on Tribal values and engagement protocols.
• Maintain records of communications, agreements, and meetings.
• Contribute to technical reports and project deliverables.

Skills

Tribal engagement

Stakeholder relations

Cultural consultation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous studies, environmental planning, or related field

Job description

Trinity Consultants is seeking a part-time Tribal Engagement Specialist to support projects across the western United States. The role serves as a primary liaison between project teams and Tribal governments, guiding consultation and collaboration while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Based out of Reno, NV or Salt Lake City, UT, with potential to transition to full-time depending on performance. You'll work with clients, Tribal partners, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate Tribal